The Marvel Cinematic Universe is now closing the door on The Multiverse Saga, with Avengers: Secret Wars (December 17, 2027) promised as the climactic finale. Phase 6 kicked off in 2025 with The Fantastic Four: First Steps, but it’s shaping up to be one of Marvel Studios’ shortest phases—only a handful of major films and series remain before the saga ends.

With Avengers: Doomsday completing principal photography on September 19, 2025, all eyes are now shifting toward Secret Wars. Filming for the epic sequel hasn’t begun yet, but directors Anthony and Joe Russo are confirmed to return. The MCU’s next big leap will also bring with it the integration of multiple characters and storylines, including Doctor Doom, the Fantastic Four, and potentially surprise comebacks.

One such potential return was teased recently by Andrew Garfield, the actor behind The Amazing Spider-Man. In a recent interview with MTV, the British star dropped cryptic remarks when asked about appearing in Secret Wars. “You’ll find out!” he responded, laughing at whether his reaction was one of exasperation or excitement.

Let’s break down what Garfield’s hints could mean, how Phase 6 is shaping up, and why his possible return has fans buzzing.

Phase 6 in the MCU: A Short but Dense Run

Compared to earlier MCU phases, Phase 6 is relatively compact. Its slate includes:

• The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025)
• Avengers: Doomsday
• Avengers: Secret Wars (2027)

Thus far, we know the key characters confirmed to return include Robert Downey Jr.’s Doctor Doom and the leads of First Steps. Additional casting announcements will roll out closer to production. Marvel is clearly preparing for one final, massive convergence.

With Doomsday finished filming, Marvel has a window to pivot focus entirely to Secret Wars. The Russo brothers, with experience in crossovers (Infinity War, Endgame), are expected to orchestrate the narrative threads into a multiversal showdown.

Garfield’s Cryptic Remarks: What He May Be Hinting At

When MTV asked Garfield whether he’d like to crossover in Secret Wars, he replied, “You’ll find out!” His tone suggested that he might already know more than he could say publicly. Garfield has played Spider-Man before, and the multiverse concept already allows multiple versions of Peter Parker to exist concurrently.

Garfield also named a few dream collaborators. He said he would love to cross paths with Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine, following the latter’s return in Deadpool & Wolverine. Another name on his list: Tom Hardy’s Venom. Garfield praised Hardy’s performance and the venomous chaos he brought to the screen, hinting at possible tension or alliance between their versions of Spider-Man and Venom.

From a meta perspective, Garfield voiced admiration for the Spider-Verse films (“I really love the Spider-Verse movies … I love Lord and Miller”). With archival footage of his own Spider-Man appearing in Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, the boundaries between live action and animated multiverse have already blurred. A return would not necessarily break continuity; it could enrich it.

Why Garfield’s Return Would Matter

If Andrew Garfield joins Secret Wars, it would have significance on multiple levels:

1. Fan Service & Nostalgia
   Fans have long wanted to see multiple Spider-Man versions interact. Garfield’s presence would satisfy one of fandom’s top crossover fantasies.
2. Multiverse Logic
   Walter multiverse storytelling allows Marvel to bring back legacy characters without retconning. Garfield’s Spider-Man can co-exist with others, tying into prior Spider-Man, Spider-Verse, and MCU threads.
3. Broadening MCU Legacy
   With Robert Downey Jr., Tom Holland, and now possibly Andrew Garfield in play, Secret Wars could push the MCU into its most ambitious ensemble ever. Each actor brings distinct energy and history.
4. Narrative Stakes
   Garfield’s return would raise stakes—what role would he play? Ally? Rival? Sacrifice? The narrative weight of multiple iterations of one hero could amplify the drama of Secret Wars.

What Else We Know So Far

• Avengers: Doomsday has wrapped filming, but Secret Wars has not begun production.
• The Russo brothers are confirmed to direct Secret Wars. Their familiarity with large ensemble stories is a big plus.
• Marvel has confirmed Doctor Doom and the Fantastic Four leads for Secret Wars.
• Garfield’s cryptic responses keep fans speculating—but his hints align with existing multiverse mechanics already in play in the MCU.

Potential Pitfalls & What Marvel Must Do Right

While fans would love Garfield’s return, there are challenges Marvel must navigate:

• Too Many Spider-Men
  Introducing multiple Spider-Men can get messy. Marvel must balance screen time and character arcs so none feel sidelined.
• Tone Consistency
  The emotional arcs need coherence. Garfield’s screen presence comes with audience expectations; his return should feel purposeful, not forced.
• Avoid Fanservice Over Substance
  Bringing back Garfield should serve a story, not just act as a visual cameo. The script must give him narrative significance.
• Casting & Licensing Hurdles
  Contracts, actor availability, and studio agreements all need alignment. Marvel has to navigate licensing across Sony, Disney, and other rights holders.

Hidden Implications for the MCU

Garfield’s hints, if realized, would deepen Secret Wars in a few ways:

• The Spider-Verse and MCU convergence would blur lines between animation and live-action in even grander ways.
• It would position Secret Wars as a thematic culmination not just of one saga but of various directors, universes, and Spider-Man franchises.
• It reinforces Marvel’s confidence in team-based storytelling: not just heroes, but legacies, old and new, converging.

What Fans Are Expecting Now

In light of these developments, fans are watching for:

• Official confirmation of Garfield’s involvement
• How Marvel teases the casting (trailers? surprise cameos?)
• Role, costume design, and how Garfield’s Spider-Man fits into Secret Wars
• Relationships he might form with other heroes or villains
• Whether his screen time will rival or surpass other legacy roles

The Return of the (Web) King?

Andrew Garfield’s cryptic tease injects fresh excitement into Avengers: Secret Wars. His hints, praise for Spider-Verse, and desire to work with Wolverine or Venom make his potential return feel more than nostalgic—it feels narrative.

If Marvel plays it right, Garfield’s Spider-Man could become a central piece in Secret Wars’ emotional architecture. But the key will lie in intention: integrating legacy characters should strengthen the story, not overshadow it.

In a film promising to be the MCU’s boldest crossroads yet, Garfield’s return could be the surprise twist fans wait decades to see. If all the pieces align, Secret Wars might become the stage where the greatest Spider-Man saga is finally assembled.